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Thomas Sowell breaks down a simple but often overlooked point: disparity does not automatically mean discrimination. Different outcomes can have many different causes, and assuming discrimination is the answer before looking at the facts can lead us completely in the wrong direction. Another great reminder from Sowell to question... show more

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